Living in Haridwar

Living in Haridwar presents a kaleidoscope of cultural and religious delights that the people of the city endear. One of the most prominent religious sites of the country, the city of Haridwar organizes the Kumbh Mela that is one of the biggest fairs of the country celebrated once in every twelve years. A large number of people arrive for pilgrimage in the city. The pilgrims flock the city on the festive days when the city enlivens in the spirit of festivity.

The city of Haridwar still retains the age old tradition and culture of the followers of Hinduism. The people of Haridwar eat vegetarian food and non vegetarian food is very rarely found in the religious city. The city reverberates in prayers offered to the Gods at the break of the day and in the evenings. Haridwar is illuminated with colorful lights in the evening. The city has the tradition of floating earthen lamps on the Hari-ki-Pauri, which is the sacred bank of the River Ganga. The bank lights up with the floating lamps that are dedicated towards the memory of the deceased ancestors of the people.

The majority of the populace living in Haridwar city is engaged in the business of hospitality and management. On the outskirts of the city are located the industrial regions that employ a major section of the society. The industrial township is reputed for the large scale public sector undertakings that have established their offices in the region.

Living in the city of Haridwar presents a plethora of fun filled cultural and traditional delights.



Last Updated on 17th Oct 2012